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KUWAIT CITY, May 19: The South African Ambassador to Kuwait HE Dr. Manelisi Genge, highlighted the burgeoning tourism sector in his country, noting a significant uptick in travelers from the Middle East, including Kuwait, reports Al-Jarida daily. In 2023 alone, he said, South Africa welcomed 54,339 travelers from the region, marking a remarkable 33.7% increase compared to the previous year.
Speaking at a celebration organized by the Contemporary Art Platform in collaboration with the South African Embassy, under the title ‘We Welcome You to Beautiful South Africa’, Genge underscored the growing popularity of South Africa among Kuwaiti and expatriate travelers. He noted that the number of tourists from Kuwait to South Africa reached 1,477 in 2023, refl ecting the rising demand for South Africa as a preferred destination. The South African envoy emphasized the embassy’s…